Monthly Archives: November 2011

Maximilian Kolbe’s sacrificial story

Posted on November 29, 2011 by teresaklasher

  Yesterday our pastor told of the story about Maximilian Kolbe, a Polish Conventual Franciscan friar, who volunteered to die in place of a stranger in the Nazi German concentration camp of Auschwitz during World War II.   On February 17, … Continue reading →

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Order Info for “31 days”

Posted on November 27, 2011 by teresaklasher

  Totally thrilled with our  “31 days” collaborative book with hubby, Steve!   Just an FYI – some of you have asked about ordering. If you’d like to order, go to blurb.com.  You can save 25% thru 11/28 by using the … Continue reading →

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Our book is here!

Posted on November 26, 2011 by teresaklasher

This project started with Steve suggesting he take a photo every day of the month regardless of rain, snow, sun, no sun, or mood of the photographer. The goal was to take more pictures and write more by writing or … Continue reading →

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Traditions, part III

Posted on November 25, 2011 by teresaklasher

I remember my Mom during the holiday season … when family members walked through her door — we were the CENTER OF ATTENTION. I loved her loving me, my husband, my children and grandchildren. She set the table with her … Continue reading →

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Traditions, part II

Posted on November 23, 2011 by teresaklasher

   I do miss not seeing the faces of those loved ones no longer living here on earth. They are missed incredibly more during holiday seasons and special events. It’s okay to recall those fond memories of days gone by, … Continue reading →

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Special Traditions

Posted on November 21, 2011 by teresaklasher

  What’s it like during the Holidays without our special people around? On one hand, I try to be excited about the holiday season outwardly, but inwardly I’m still remorseful and dejected thinking about empty places at our table.    It’s tough … Continue reading →

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Draw near to God

Posted on November 19, 2011 by teresaklasher

“Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.” – James 4:8 What a great promise — that when I draw near to God, he will automatically in turn embrace me with his everlasting love. The responsibility is … Continue reading →

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Persistent Dandelion

Posted on November 15, 2011 by teresaklasher

One lonely dandelion braves the fall frost. Winter encroaches not far behind, yet a burst of yellow flower and green stem still stands tall. Colored leaves from nearby trees gently fall and nestle near the vibrant, persistent soldier. Most would … Continue reading →

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Apples of gold

Posted on November 9, 2011 by teresaklasher

       “A word aptly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver.” (Proverbs 25:11)    The apples of gold in settings of silver are thought to be golden balls arranged in silver filigree baskets. No doubt they were carefully … Continue reading →

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Too much to do?

Posted on November 7, 2011 by teresaklasher

“In thee, O Lord, do I put my trust: let me never be put to confusion” – Psalm 71:1. I’ll have to admit, I seem to run in the state of confusion a good share of every week. Today is … Continue reading →

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